Lord Elgin "Laporte" men's Retro Modern design wristwatch in 14K yellow gold fill, circa 1954.

The "Laporte" has a sharply angled and beveled case with a checkerboard pattern above and below the dial. It was priced at $75.00 in 1954. This example is in excellent condition showing only a few specks of brassing. Caseback is excellent and unengraved with some light marks. The case measures 37mm long and 25mm wide. Original dial is excellent. Has new domed glass crystal. The watch is powered by its correct 21-jewel Elgin grade 670 manual wind movement, just serviced and running strong.

Price $300. SOLD